April 20, 2022 Regular Meeting Minutes

City of Chandler — Study Session (2022-06-20)

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Meeting Minutes
Planning and Zoning Commission
Regular Meeting

April 20, 2022 | 5:30 p.m.

Chandler City Council Chambers [na CHANDLER
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88 E. Chicago St., Chandler, AZ Community of Innovation

Call to Order

The meeting was called to order by Vice Chairman Rose at 5:30 p.m.

Roll Call

Commission Attendance Staff Attendance

Vice Chairman David Rose Kevin Mayo, Planning Administrator

Commissioner Erik Morgan ' David de la Torre, Planning Manager

Commissioner Sherri Koshiol Harley Mehlhorn, City Planner

Commissioner Michael Quinn Darsy Olmer, Associate Planner

Commissioner Jeff Velasquez Thomas Allen, Assistant City Attorney
Julie San Miguel, Clerk

Absent

Chairman Heumann

Pledge of Allegiance

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Commissioner Morgan.

Scheduled and Unscheduled Public Appearances

Members of the audience may address any item not on the agenda. State Statute prohibits the
Board or Commission from discussing an item that is not on the agenda, but the Board or
Commission does listen to your concerns and has staff follow up on any questions you raise.

VICE CHAIRMAN ROSE reminded the audience the Planning and Zoning Commission are
volunteers and the vote this date will be for a recommendation to City Council. He stated the
Applicant and staff worked many hours on the items presented tonight and further stated all
items are on the Consent Agenda. He mentioned there is one speaker card from Ron Kemp that
notates opposition to Item No. 2, PLH21-0073 Veneto.

Consent Agenda and Discussion
1. March 16, 2022, Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Minutes

Move Planning and Zoning Commission approve Planning and Zoning Commission meeting
minutes of the Study Session of March 16, 2022, and Regular Meeting of March 16, 2022.

2. PLH21-0073 VENETO

Request Rezoning from Agriculture (AG-1) to Planned Area Development (PAD) for medium-
density residential and Preliminary Development Plan approval for site layout and building
architecture on approximately 2-acres located at the northeast corner Pleasant Drive and Pecos
Road, located more generally approximately % mile east of the northeast corner of Alma School
and Pecos roads.

RON KEMP, 815 W. GERONIMO STREET presented concerns regarding parking, he stated
Pleasant Drive is a small street with a zigzag across from a retention pond. He explained several
new developments went up and the side streets are packed with parked cars. He mentioned just
west of Dobson they had to put up no parking signs on both sides of the street due to issues. He
further explained when he originally viewed the site plan there was a in and out on Pecos, but
on the newest plan has it on Pleasant Drive and that street does not need to get any busier. He
stated he would like no parking on Pleasant Drive and further stated no one likes this project but
cannot complain because it fits the zoning.

VICE CHAIRMAN ROSE stated during the Study Session he presented concerns regarding
Pleasant Drive as it is a smaller street, and you would not want a lot of drivers going north. He
further stated there is going to be a management company for the subdivision who can monitor
and asked if the Applicant wanted to speak on it as the we want to get as much information as
we can.

RON KEMP, 815 W. GERONIMO STREET stated drivers should be going in and out on Pecos and
not a small side street. He explained, Pecos is three lanes with plenty of access in and out.

VICE CHAIRMAN ROSE stated Mr. Kemp mentioned a project and asked if he happened to know
the name of the project with the parking issue.

RON KEMP, 815 W. GERONIMO STREET explained west of Dobson and Frye roads a large
development was built on the corner and the fire department had to intervene on opening day
due to parking on both sides of the street. He stated drivers could not fit between the parked
cars. He further stated most people use their garage for storage and have two to three cars
parked out front and he is concerned with stacking and parking overflow. He stated he did not
know if a restriction could be made for two cars only.

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VICE CHAIRMAN ROSE states city staff reviewed the project and technically the Applicant has
over enough parking with the garages. He wanted to make a note that property management
needs to monitor the parking and there is a need for a sign. He further stated that is something
City Council should also look at. He thanked the speaker and confirmed there were no further
questions from Commission Members. He recognized a member of the audience was standing
and wanted to speak on this item, but she did not have a speaker card.

THOMAS ALLEN, ASSISTANT CITY ATTORNEY stated the resident can let her concerns be known,
although she would need to start with her name and address for the record.

VICE CHAIRMAN ROSE invited the resident to speak at the podium and advised her to start with
her name and address.

SONYA SCHRADER, 857 W. KESSLER LANE stated her property is adjacent to the project and she
believes the lot is too small for the number of occupants they are proposing. She further stated
she is concerned with parking and that the properties are for rent. She is concerned that her
house will be adjacent to the apartment complex, and it will bring transients to the area. She
explained there is a green belt area that is maintained by her HOA and there is noting that stops
others from crossing over and using it since it is in walking distance from the apartment
complex. She is concerned with vandalism and how that could impact her HOA fees.

VICE CHAIRMAN ROSE thanked the speaker, confirmed there were no questions from the
Commission Members, and closed the floor.

Rezoning

Move Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of

PLH21-0073 Veneto, Rezoning from Agricultural District (AG-1) to Planned Area Development
(PAD) for medium density residential subject to the conditions as recommended by Planning
staff.

Preliminary Development Plan

Move Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of Preliminary
Development Plan PLH21-0073 Veneto, for site layout and building design, subject to the
conditions as recommended by Planning staff.

Recommended Conditions of Approval:
Rezoning
Planning staff recommends Planning and Zoning Commission move to recommend approval of

Rezoning from Agricultural District (AG-1) to PAD for medium-density residential subject to the
following conditions:

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. Development of the overall site shall be in substantial conformance with the Development

Booklet kept on file in the City of Chandler Planning Division, in File No. PLH21-0073,
modified by such conditions included at the time the Booklet was approved by the
Chandler City Council and/or as thereafter amended, modified or supplemented by
Chandler City Council.

Completion of the construction of all required off-site street improvements including but
not limited to paving, landscaping, curb, gutter and sidewalks, median improvements and
street lighting to achieve conformance with City codes, standard details, and design
manuals.

Residential dwelling units shall be permitted with a maximum density of 12 dwelling units
per acre.

The private and shared portions of the site shall be maintained in a clean and orderly
manner. The buildings shall be maintained in a clean and orderly manner. Yards and
balconies shall not be used for outdoor storage of residential items beyond furniture
intended for outdoor use.

The landscaping and all other improvements in all open-spaces shall be maintained by the
property owner or property owners' association and shall be maintained at a level
consistent with or better than at the time of planting.

The landscaping in all rights-of-way shall be maintained by the adjacent property owner or
property owners' association.

Preliminary Development Plan
Planning staff recommends Planning and Zoning Commission move to recommend approval of
the Preliminary Development Plan, subject to the following conditions:

1.

Development of the overall site shall be in substantial conformance with the Development
Booklet kept on file in the City of Chandler Planning Division, in File No. PLH21-0073,
modified by such conditions included at the time the Booklet was approved by the
Chandler City Council and/or as thereafter amended, modified or supplemented by
Chandler City Council.

Landscaping plans (including for open spaces, rights-of-way, and street medians) and
perimeter walls shall be approved by the Planning Administrator.

Signage shall be designed in coordination with landscape plans, planting materials, storm
water basins, site contours, utility pedestals, and other site appurtenances or features so

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as not to create problems with sign visibility or prompt the removal of required or
proposed landscaping.

4. All mechanical equipment shall be fully screened on all sides. Said screening shall be
architecturally integrated with the building.

5. Preliminary Development Plan approval does not constitute Final Development Plan
approval; compliance with the details required by all applicable codes and conditions of
the City of Chandler and this Preliminary Development Plan shall apply.

3. PLH21-0097 HOUSE FOR THE MOORE FAMILY

Request Rezoning from Multi-family (MF-2) to Planned Area Development (PAD) for a single-
family home with Preliminary Development Plan approval for site layout and building
architecture on approximately 0.16 acres located south of the southwest corner of California
and Chicago Streets, more generally located west of the northwest corner of Arizona Avenue
and Frye Road.

Rezoning

Move Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of Rezoning PH21-0097 House for
the Moore Family, Rezoning from Multiple family Residential District (MF-2) to Planned Area
Development (PAD) for Single-Family Residential, subject to the conditions as recommended by
Planning staff.

Preliminary Development Plan

Move Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of Preliminary Development Plan
PLH21-0097 House for the Moore Family, for site layout and building architecture subject to the
conditions as recommended by Planning staff.

Recommended Conditions of Approval:

Rezoning

Planning staff recommends Planning and Zoning Commission move to recommend approval of
rezoning from Multiple Family Residential District (MF-2) to Planned Area Development (PAD) for
Single-Family Residential, subject to the following conditions:

1. Development of the site shall be in substantial conformance with the conceptual exhibits,
entitled "Conceptual Exhibits" kept on file in the City of Chandler Planning Division, in
File No. PLH21-0097, modified by such conditions included at the time the rezoning was
approved by the Chandler City Council and/or as thereafter amended, modified or
supplemented by Chandler City Council.

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The homebuilder/lot developer shall provide a written disclosure statement, for the
signature of any potential buyer, acknowledging that the property is located adjacent to or
nearby the "Entertainment District" which may contain land uses that create adverse
noise and other externalities. The "Purchase Contracts" and the property deed shall
include a disclosure statement outlining that the site is adjacent to the Entertainment
District. The responsibility for notice rests with the homebuilder/lot developer, and shall
not be construed as an absolute guarantee by the City of Chandler for receiving such
notice.

Developer shall provide all required right-of-way dedications and/or easements as
determined by the Development Services Director at the time of construction plan review.

Developer shall complete construction of all required off-site street improvements
including but not limited to paving, landscaping, curb, gutter and sidewalks, median
improvements and street lighting to achieve conformance with City codes, standard
details, and design manuals.

Landscaping in all rights-of-way shall be maintained by the adjacent property
owner. Additionally, hardscape improvements located behind the sidewalk and within the

right-of-way shall be maintained by the adjacent property owner.

Minimum setbacks shall be as provided below:

Setback Distance

16' to front facade/livable space

Front 6' 11" to covered porch overhang

10' to livable space

North Side 3' to covered porch overhang

South Side 5"

Rear 20'

Maximum lot coverage shall be 55%.

Maximum building height shall be 25 feet.

Preliminary Development Plan
Planning staff recommends Planning and Zoning Commission move to recommend approval of
the Preliminary Development Plan, subject to the following conditions:

1.

Development of the site shall be in substantial conformance with the conceptual exhibits,
entitled "Conceptual Exhibits" kept on file in the City of Chandler Planning Division, in File
No. PLH210097, modified by such conditions included at the time the Preliminary
Development Plan was approved by the Chandler City Council and/or as thereafter
amended, modified or supplemented by Chandler City Council.

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2.

4.

All mechanical equipment shall be located in the side or rear yard and screened entirely
from view by material(s) that are architecturally consistent with the proposed dwelling.

Preliminary Development Plan approval does not constitute Final Development Plan
approval; compliance with the details required by all applicable codes and conditions of

the City of Chandler and this Preliminary Development Plan shall apply.

PLH21-0081 ANDRETTI INDOOR KARTING & GAMES

Request Preliminary Development Plan approval for site layout and building architecture for an
indoor kart racing and entertainment facility on approximately 10 acres located at the southwest
corner of Cooper Road and the Santan (202) Freeway.

Move Planning and Zoning Commission recommend approval of Preliminary Development Plan
PLH21-0081 Andretti Indoor Karting & Games for site layout and building architecture for an
indoor kart racing and entertainment facility on approximately 10 acres, subject to the
conditions as recommended by Planning staff.

Recommended Conditions of Approval:
Planning staff recommends Planning and Zoning Commission move to recommend approval of
the Preliminary Development Plan, subject to the following conditions:

1

Development shall be in substantial conformance with the Development Booklet, entitled
"Andretti Indoor Karting & Games" and kept on file in the City of Chandler Planning
Division, in File No. PLH21-0081, modified by such conditions included at the time the
Booklet was approved by the Chandler City Council and/or as thereafter amended,
modified or supplemented by the Chandler City Council.

The landscaping shall be maintained at a level consistent with or better than at the time of
planting.

Landscaping plans (including for open spaces, rights-of-way, and street medians) and
perimeter walls shall be approved by the Planning Administrator.

The landscaping in all rights-of-way shall be maintained by the adjacent property owner or
property owners' association.

Sign packages, including free-standing signs as well as wall-mounted signs, shall be
designed in coordination with landscape plans, planting materials, storm water retention
requirements, and utility pedestals, so as not to create problems with sign visibility or
prompt the removal of required landscape materials.

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6. Signage shall follow all applicable criteria of the City of Chandler Sign Code, unless noted
within the Development Booklet.

7. Fifty percent of the trees planted along the arterial streets shall be a minimum of 36-inch
box and a minimum 12-feet in height at the time of planting.

8. All mechanical equipment, including HVAC, utility meters, etc. shall be screened from view
by material(s) that are architecturally integrated and consistent with the proposed
buildings.

9. Preliminary Development Plan approval does not constitute Final Development Plan
approval; compliance with the details required by all applicable codes and conditions of
the City of Chandler and this Preliminary Development Plan shall apply.

10.A minimum of eight electric vehicle charging stations shall be provided on-site.

5. Cancellation of the May 4, 2022, and May 18, 2022, Planning and Zoning Commission
Hearing

Move Planning and Zoning Commission cancel May 4, 2022, and May 18, 2022, Planning and
Zoning Commission Hearings.

Consent Agenda Motion and Vote

COMMISSIONER MORGAN moved to approve the Consent Agenda of the April 20, 2022, Regular
Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting; Seconded by COMMISSIONER QUINN.

Motion carried unanimously (5-0).

VICE CHAIRMAN ROSE reminded the audience that the Planning and Zoning Commission is a
recommending body, and all items will go to City Council for final approval.

Member Comments/Announcements
None.

Calendar
The next regular meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, in the Chandler City Council
Chambers, 88 E. Chicago Street.

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Adjourn

The meeting was adjourned at 5:40 p.m.

Kevin Mayo, Secretary Rick Heumann, Chairman

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